This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Host Organization
Type of Position
- Full time from May 24 – August 15
- Lodging provided with supplemental food and meals available
- $1,826 stipend
Description
Deer Hill’s Internship Program is an essential element of the Deer Hill community, both in spirit and in hard work. Interns live onsite and support Deer Hill programs and operations by preparing equipment, packing supplies, repairing gear, maintaining facilities, and facilitating resupplies.
This internship offers a unique perspective and opportunity for interaction in the community of outdoor education. Interns work alongside field staff during transitions and resupplies, they help participants get outfitted with gear from our store, they work alongside our kitchen staff preparing meals, and they work with our Facility Manager preparing vehicles for use.
With hands-on experience and guidance from Deer Hill administrative staff, Interns learn about the logistics and systems to facilitate multi-element wilderness expeditions and cross-cultural service projects. Upon completion of the internship program, exceptional and motivated interns may be invited back to work with Deer Hill in an Assistant Instructor or Instructor role.
Eligibility
- 20 years of age minimum.
- Able to work legally in the United States with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Ability to pass criminal background checks.
- Able to carry 50 pounds.
- Able to commit to the duration of the internship.
- Comfortable driving long distances and camping.
- Able to live and work cooperatively with others.
- Effective communication with people different from themselves.
- Willing to work long hours.
- Ability to take initiative and produce results
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Deer Hill Expeditions.
- Experience or a willingness to learn gear repair.
Note: The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
To Apply
We review applications on a rolling basis. You can expect to hear from us within 1-2 weeks of submitting your completed application